TSFLIP Chapter 58

The beautiful lady smiled gracefully and said, “Seeing your age, don’t you want to seek a good marriage?”

“I’ve heard from the elders that since the day a person is born, their fate is already determined. Whether you seek it or not, what is meant for you cannot be taken away, and what isn’t meant for you shouldn’t be kept.”

The lady seemed lost in thought for a moment, as if pondering deeply, and then smiled, “You are so carefree. If everyone could be as unburdened as you, this world would probably have fewer lovesick men and resentful women.”

“I’m just speaking casually.” Previously, people would praise her beauty, but this was the first time someone praised her demeanor. She was uncharacteristically shy and said, “Lady, just take it as a casual remark. There’s no need to take it seriously.”

“Since you aren’t here to seek divine intervention, why come to the Temple of Inspiration?”

“To comfort my father’s heart. I do have a wish when I light incense. If it can bless my family with happiness and safety, that would be great.”

“You’ve said it yourself, sincerity brings results. The Buddha will protect your family.”

Although Feng Guang was veiled, her arched brows and eyes were enough to attract attention. She smiled and said, “Thank you for your kind words.”

Yun’er reminded her, “Miss, the abbot is waiting for us.”

“Ah, I almost forgot I have an appointment with the abbot. Lady, please forgive me, but I must take my leave.”

“Go ahead. We may meet again if fate allows.”

“Lady, farewell.” Feng Guang nodded and, with Yun’er, walked into the inner hall.

The lady’s maid said, “The abbot rarely meets guests. It seems this young lady is not an ordinary person.”

“This girl is quite interesting. Her views on seeking divine intervention are very much like my mischievous son’s.”

“Mother, are you speaking ill of me again?” As soon as the handsome young man entered the main hall, he drew the attention of many young ladies, who forgot to offer their incense. He ignored them and walked straight to his mother.

Guo Mama laughed and said, “Just as you mentioned Cao Cao, Cao Cao arrives. The lady just mentioned the heir, and here he is.”

The newcomer was none other than Qi Mu, the heir to the Xiao Wangfu, and the beautiful lady was indeed the Xiao Wangfei.

Xiao Wangfei’s smile softened, “I just met a very interesting young lady. Even though she was veiled, I could tell she is incredibly beautiful, and her attitude towards seeking divine intervention is quite similar to yours.”

“Oh? I’d like to meet the young lady who made my mother so happy,” Qi Mu said with a slight curve of interest in his eyes.

Xiao Wangfei said, “But let’s not talk about that. Mu’er, why have you come?”

“I’ve come to take you home.” He set aside his usual elegant demeanor and became a dutiful, obedient son in front of his mother.

“You know, I find inner peace only when I’m at the Temple of Inspiration.”

“Rest assured, Mother. Everything in the Xiao Wangfu is well taken care of, and I’ve had a Buddha hall constructed in the residence. Since you enjoy worshiping the Buddha, you can use the Buddha hall in the residence instead of making the long journey up the mountain.”

“Mu’er…”

“Mother.” Xiao Wangfei wanted to refuse further, but Qi Mu interrupted her, sounding somewhat pitiful, “Your birthday is coming up soon. I’ve only recently become the heir. If you don’t celebrate your birthday in the residence, are you planning to give me a reputation for being unfilial?”

“Yes, Lady,” Guo Mama said, “Your birthday is the first major event since the young master became the heir. We cannot let others find a reason to speak ill of the heir. We must show everyone that our heir is far better than the one living on the remote mountain.”

Xiao Wangfei paused with the Buddhist beads in her hand, and after a long moment, she nodded in agreement. “Indeed, it wouldn’t be appropriate for me not to be at the residence. Let’s go back today as Mu’er suggested.”